Barless Cardinalfish
Taeniamia ataenia
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 0–7 m
- Max size: 4.8 cm
- For divers: safe
A tiny cardinalfish that takes refuge in branching coral colonies, it gathers in aggregations in shallow water just a few metres down. No longer than your fingertip, it shelters by day and feeds at night.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Apogoniformes › Apogonidae › Taeniamia
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 1010355.
FAQ
- How deep does the Barless Cardinalfish live?
- The Barless Cardinalfish (Taeniamia ataenia) is typically found at 0–7 m.
- Is the Barless Cardinalfish dangerous to divers?
- The Barless Cardinalfish is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Barless Cardinalfish get?
- The Barless Cardinalfish grows to about 4.8 cm.